Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
esquirolii
ID:
553025

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Lév.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1912

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 11: 65 (1912)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000552357



Common Names

  • Aspidopterys esquirolii
  • Esquirol's Aspidopterys
  • Esquirol's Leafybract


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Synonyms

  • Aspidopterys stipulacea Nied. [unknown]
  • Cavaleriella cordata H.Lév. [unknown]

Description

Aspidopterys esquirolii (also called False Rosewood, among many other common names) is a large evergreen tree native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is found in lowland rainforests, usually in areas with well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Aspidopterys esquirolii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping, and is also used for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Aspidopterys esquirolii is a small, white, star-shaped flower with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, oval-shaped with a pointed tip and dark green in color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Aspidopterys esquirolii is a shrubby perennial that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 21°C (70°F). The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Aspidopterys esquirolii

Aspidopterys esquirolii is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal, Italy, and Greece.

Aspidopterys esquirolii FAQ

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Rubiaceae

Species in the Malpighiaceae family

Acmanthera cowanii, Acmanthera duckei, Acmanthera fernandesii, Acmanthera latifolia, Acmanthera longifolia, Acmanthera minima, Acmanthera parviflora, Acridocarpus adenophorus, Acridocarpus alopecurus, Acridocarpus alternifolius, Acridocarpus austrocaledonicus, Acridocarpus ballyi, Acridocarpus camerunensis, Acridocarpus chevalieri, Acridocarpus chloropterus, Acridocarpus congestus, Acridocarpus congolensis, Acridocarpus excelsus, Acridocarpus glaucescens, Acridocarpus hirundo, Acridocarpus humbertii, Acridocarpus humblotii, Acridocarpus katangensis, Acridocarpus ledermannii, Acridocarpus longifolius, Acridocarpus macrocalyx, Acridocarpus mayumbensis, Acridocarpus monodii, Acridocarpus natalitius, Acridocarpus oppositifolius, Acridocarpus orientalis, Acridocarpus pauciglandulosus, Acridocarpus perrieri, Acridocarpus plagiopterus, Acridocarpus prasinus, Acridocarpus scheffleri, Acridocarpus smeathmannii, Acridocarpus socotranus, Acridocarpus spectabilis, Acridocarpus staudtii, Acridocarpus ugandensis, Acridocarpus vanderystii, Acridocarpus vivy, Acridocarpus zanzibaricus, Adelphia hiraea, Adelphia macrophylla, Adelphia mirabilis, Adelphia platyrachis, Aenigmatanthera doniana, Aenigmatanthera lasiandra,